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Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. The people of Japan are (wiser than America.) - a)wiser than that of America.
- b)wiser than those of America.
- c)wiser to that of America.
- d)No improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. The people of Japan are (wiser than America.)
Q. The people of Japan are (wiser than America.)
a)
wiser than that of America.
b)
wiser than those of America.
c)
wiser to that of America.
d)
No improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
Here the people of japan are compared to the people of America. Japan is not compare to America, thus for the ‘people’ we need to use ‘those’.
“The people of Japan are wiser than people of America”.
“The people of Japan are wiser than those of America”.
“The people of Japan are wiser than people of America”.
“The people of Japan are wiser than those of America”.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.The equipment is (adapted to) cotton industries.- a)Adapted from
- b)Adapted for
- c)Adapted of
- d)No improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
The equipment is (adapted to) cotton industries.
a)
Adapted from
b)
Adapted for
c)
Adapted of
d)
No improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
adapt to:
"Adapted to" generally means that something has changed to fit its own environment. For example, "People have adapted to the difficult living conditions in the Arctic."
"Adapted for" suggests changes made to something by someone else. For example, "The vehicle was adapted for off-road travel by the engineering students at University X."
Thus, an equipment cannot adapt to something on its own.
An equipment is adapted for cotton industries (by us).
"Adapted for" suggests changes made to something by someone else. For example, "The vehicle was adapted for off-road travel by the engineering students at University X."
Thus, an equipment cannot adapt to something on its own.
An equipment is adapted for cotton industries (by us).
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The climb upside (1)/ the mountains (2)/ was not easy. (3)/No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The climb upside (1)/ the mountains (2)/ was not easy. (3)/No Error (4)
Q. The climb upside (1)/ the mountains (2)/ was not easy. (3)/No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Arjun Roy answered |
It should be “Climbing” in place of “The climb”, as to mention activity we need to use gerund as the subject of the sentence.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Chilika is the (1)/ largest brackish water (2)/ lagoon in Asia. (3)/No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Chilika is the (1)/ largest brackish water (2)/ lagoon in Asia. (3)/No Error (4)
Q. Chilika is the (1)/ largest brackish water (2)/ lagoon in Asia. (3)/No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Harshit Agrawal answered |
Correct answer is (d) No error
The given sentence is grammatically correct , hence we select no error.
The given sentence is grammatically correct , hence we select no error.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. Take out your binoculars and (will see) the Andromeda galaxy. - a)see
- b)saw
- c)seeing
- d)No improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. Take out your binoculars and (will see) the Andromeda galaxy.
Q. Take out your binoculars and (will see) the Andromeda galaxy.
a)
see
b)
saw
c)
seeing
d)
No improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
‘see’ is the correct choice. The sentence is in the form of simple present tense.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. Virat bats very well, (didn't he)?- a)isn't it
- b)doesn't he
- c)wasn't it
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. Virat bats very well, (didn't he)?
a)
isn't it
b)
doesn't he
c)
wasn't it
d)
no improvement
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Rohit Sharma answered |
“doesn't he” is the correct use. Doesn't is used when speaking for third person singular subject.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The Tata group own (1)/ many industries, that are spread (2)/ across the globe. (3)/ No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The Tata group own (1)/ many industries, that are spread (2)/ across the globe. (3)/ No Error (4)
Q. The Tata group own (1)/ many industries, that are spread (2)/ across the globe. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Shounak Sen answered |
Use “which” at the place of “that” as the second clause is non-defining clause and we don’t use “that” with non-defining clause. “That” is always used with defining clause.
Select the antonymwhirl- a)swirl
- b)peace
- c)flurry
- d)surge
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the antonym
whirl
a)
swirl
b)
peace
c)
flurry
d)
surge
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Advait Singh answered |
Whirl means move or cause to move rapidly round and round and peace means mental or emotional calm.
Select the synonym Opulent - a)Fake
- b)Gloomy
- c)Rich
- d)Selfish
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the synonym
Opulent
a)
Fake
b)
Gloomy
c)
Rich
d)
Selfish
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Advait Singh answered |
Opulent means ostentatiously costly and luxurious. Hence rich is the correct choice.
Select the antonym vibrant - a)drab
- b)gaudy
- c)jazzy
- d)vivid
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the antonym
vibrant
a)
drab
b)
gaudy
c)
jazzy
d)
vivid
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Advait Singh answered |
Vibrant means full of energy and life and drab means lacking brightness or interest; drearily dull.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. Read in order (become) wise.- a)to have to be
- b)to have become
- c)to become
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. Read in order (become) wise.
a)
to have to be
b)
to have become
c)
to become
d)
no improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
“in order” is a preposition where “to” is a part of infinitive, thus after “to” only bare infinitive should be used.Thus option (c)
Select the antonymintrinsic- a)elemental
- b)innate
- c)connate
- d)acquired
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the antonym
intrinsic
a)
elemental
b)
innate
c)
connate
d)
acquired
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Advait Singh answered |
Intrinsic means belonging naturally; essential and acquired means to come into possession or ownership of; get as one's own.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'. Q. Everybody knows (1)/ that Bhutan is the most peaceful (2)/ of all other countries of the world. (3)/ No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Everybody knows (1)/ that Bhutan is the most peaceful (2)/ of all other countries of the world. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Arindam Mehra answered |
Use ‘in’ in place of ‘of’ because we use phrase “in the world”.
Select the antonymcastigated- a)approve
- b)rate
- c)flay
- d)drub
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the antonym
castigated
a)
approve
b)
rate
c)
flay
d)
drub
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Advait Singh answered |
castigate: reprimand (someone) severely.Approve: officially agree to or accept as satisfactory.Flay: strip the skin off (a corpse or carcass).Drub: hit or beat (someone) repeatedly.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. He watched as fights (1)/ broke out (2)/ along the city. (3)/No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. He watched as fights (1)/ broke out (2)/ along the city. (3)/No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Advait Singh answered |
usage of “along” is incorrect. Along means “by the side of”.“Across” means from one side to another. Thus “along” should be replaced with “across”.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. There are _____ books on computer science in your school library, so you need to purchase them from the market. - a)a few
- b)a little
- c)few
- d)the few
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. There are _____ books on computer science in your school library, so you need to purchase them from the market.
a)
a few
b)
a little
c)
few
d)
the few
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Advait Singh answered |
as the books need to be purchased thus there must be few books. “Few” is used to give negative sense. Option (c) is correct.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. The two men were (1)/ quarrelling with one another (2)/ claiming the same watch as their own. (3)/ No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The two men were (1)/ quarrelling with one another (2)/ claiming the same watch as their own. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Abhijeet Malik answered |
Replace ‘one another’ with ‘each other’. each other is used between two things.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Sneha was accused for murder of her husband (1)/ but the court found her (2)/ not guilty and acquitted her. (3)/ No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Sneha was accused for murder of her husband (1)/ but the court found her (2)/ not guilty and acquitted her. (3)/ No Error (4)
Q. Sneha was accused for murder of her husband (1)/ but the court found her (2)/ not guilty and acquitted her. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Advait Singh answered |
“accused” takes “of” preposition with it.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.Q. A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election- a)Candidate
- b)Elect
- c)Volunteer
- d)Nominator
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
Q. A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election
a)
Candidate
b)
Elect
c)
Volunteer
d)
Nominator
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Advait Singh answered |
Elect means choose (someone) to hold public office or some other position by voting.Volunteer means a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.Nominator means someone who officially suggests that a person should be considered to do a particular job, take part in an election, receive an honour, etc
Select the synonym Perseverance - a)Endurance
- b)Cowardice
- c)Lethargy
- d)Indolence
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the synonym
Perseverance
a)
Endurance
b)
Cowardice
c)
Lethargy
d)
Indolence
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Advait Singh answered |
Perseverance means persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success and Endurance means the ability to endure an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. The phone that (1)/my father bought is different (2)/than your.(3)/No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The phone that (1)/my father bought is different (2)/than your.(3)/No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Advait Singh answered |
in part (3) of the sentence it should be “yours” to show the possession.
Select the antonym deep-seated - a)chronic
- b)temporary
- c)inbred
- d)subconscious
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Select the antonym
deep-seated
a)
chronic
b)
temporary
c)
inbred
d)
subconscious
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Rajesh Ghosh answered |
Antonym: Temporary
Explanation:
To find the antonym of "deep-seated", we need to identify a word that has the opposite meaning or concept.
Definition of "deep-seated":
Deep-seated refers to something that is firmly established or deeply rooted. It typically describes beliefs, emotions, or attitudes that have become ingrained over a long period of time.
Definition of "temporary":
Temporary refers to something that is not permanent or long-lasting. It is something that is intended to last for a short period of time and is subject to change or termination.
Comparison and Contrast:
1. Deep-seated implies something that is firmly established or deeply rooted, while temporary implies something that is not permanent or long-lasting.
2. Deep-seated suggests a sense of permanence and stability, while temporary suggests a sense of impermanence and transience.
3. Deep-seated indicates something that is enduring and difficult to change, while temporary indicates something that is fleeting and can be easily altered or replaced.
Example:
To further illustrate the difference between deep-seated and temporary, consider the following example:
Imagine a person who has a deep-seated fear of heights. This fear has been present since childhood and has persisted throughout their life. It is deeply ingrained in their psyche and causes significant distress in situations involving heights.
In contrast, a person who experiences temporary discomfort in high places may feel anxious or uneasy when exposed to heights, but their discomfort is not deeply rooted or long-lasting. It may be a temporary reaction that subsides once they are no longer in the high place.
In this example, "deep-seated" describes a long-standing and firmly established fear of heights, while "temporary" describes a short-lived and transient feeling of discomfort in high places.
Therefore, the antonym of "deep-seated" is "temporary" because it represents the opposite concept of something that is not firmly established or deeply rooted, but rather short-lived and subject to change.
Explanation:
To find the antonym of "deep-seated", we need to identify a word that has the opposite meaning or concept.
Definition of "deep-seated":
Deep-seated refers to something that is firmly established or deeply rooted. It typically describes beliefs, emotions, or attitudes that have become ingrained over a long period of time.
Definition of "temporary":
Temporary refers to something that is not permanent or long-lasting. It is something that is intended to last for a short period of time and is subject to change or termination.
Comparison and Contrast:
1. Deep-seated implies something that is firmly established or deeply rooted, while temporary implies something that is not permanent or long-lasting.
2. Deep-seated suggests a sense of permanence and stability, while temporary suggests a sense of impermanence and transience.
3. Deep-seated indicates something that is enduring and difficult to change, while temporary indicates something that is fleeting and can be easily altered or replaced.
Example:
To further illustrate the difference between deep-seated and temporary, consider the following example:
Imagine a person who has a deep-seated fear of heights. This fear has been present since childhood and has persisted throughout their life. It is deeply ingrained in their psyche and causes significant distress in situations involving heights.
In contrast, a person who experiences temporary discomfort in high places may feel anxious or uneasy when exposed to heights, but their discomfort is not deeply rooted or long-lasting. It may be a temporary reaction that subsides once they are no longer in the high place.
In this example, "deep-seated" describes a long-standing and firmly established fear of heights, while "temporary" describes a short-lived and transient feeling of discomfort in high places.
Therefore, the antonym of "deep-seated" is "temporary" because it represents the opposite concept of something that is not firmly established or deeply rooted, but rather short-lived and subject to change.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. John as well as his friends always _____ the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match.- a)asks
- b)receives
- c)seeks
- d)soughts
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. John as well as his friends always _____ the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match.
a)
asks
b)
receives
c)
seeks
d)
soughts
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Pranavi Shah answered |
Answer:
To understand the correct answer, let's analyze the given sentence:
"John as well as his friends always _____ the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match."
The sentence is talking about John and his friends seeking permission from John's mother before going for a rugby match. We need to select the appropriate word that fits grammatically and contextually in the blank space.
The given options are:
a) asks
b) receives
c) seeks
d) sought
Explanation:
Option A: asks
The word "asks" is in the present tense and does not match the verb tense used in the sentence. The sentence is in the present tense, so the past tense form "asked" would be more appropriate.
Option B: receives
The word "receives" implies that John and his friends are receiving permission from John's mother without actively seeking it. However, the sentence indicates that they actively seek permission, so this option is not suitable.
Option C: seeks
The word "seeks" is in the present tense and matches the verb tense used in the sentence. It means to actively look for or search for something, which fits the context of the sentence. Therefore, this option is the correct answer.
Option D: sought
The word "sought" is in the past tense and does not match the verb tense used in the sentence. The sentence is in the present tense, so the correct form of the verb should also be in the present tense.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the correct answer is option C: seeks. This option fits grammatically and contextually in the given sentence, indicating that John and his friends actively seek the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match.
To understand the correct answer, let's analyze the given sentence:
"John as well as his friends always _____ the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match."
The sentence is talking about John and his friends seeking permission from John's mother before going for a rugby match. We need to select the appropriate word that fits grammatically and contextually in the blank space.
The given options are:
a) asks
b) receives
c) seeks
d) sought
Explanation:
Option A: asks
The word "asks" is in the present tense and does not match the verb tense used in the sentence. The sentence is in the present tense, so the past tense form "asked" would be more appropriate.
Option B: receives
The word "receives" implies that John and his friends are receiving permission from John's mother without actively seeking it. However, the sentence indicates that they actively seek permission, so this option is not suitable.
Option C: seeks
The word "seeks" is in the present tense and matches the verb tense used in the sentence. It means to actively look for or search for something, which fits the context of the sentence. Therefore, this option is the correct answer.
Option D: sought
The word "sought" is in the past tense and does not match the verb tense used in the sentence. The sentence is in the present tense, so the correct form of the verb should also be in the present tense.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the correct answer is option C: seeks. This option fits grammatically and contextually in the given sentence, indicating that John and his friends actively seek the permission of his mother before going for a rugby match.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.To bite off more than one can chew- a)To take on a commitment that one cannot fulfill
- b)A task which has unexpectedly become very difficult
- c)A greedy person will always suffer
- d)To grab a share more than what is rightfully theirs
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
To bite off more than one can chew
a)
To take on a commitment that one cannot fulfill
b)
A task which has unexpectedly become very difficult
c)
A greedy person will always suffer
d)
To grab a share more than what is rightfully theirs
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Advait Singh answered |
To bite off more than one can chew means to take (on) more than one can deal with; to be overconfident.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. He _____ to the problem of air pollution in his speech.- a)averted
- b)adverted
- c)exclaimed
- d)mentioned
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. He _____ to the problem of air pollution in his speech.
a)
averted
b)
adverted
c)
exclaimed
d)
mentioned
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Anand Rane answered |
Explanation:
- Adverted means to turn one's attention to something or to mention something.
- In the given sentence, the word "adverted" fits appropriately as it implies that he directed his attention to the problem of air pollution in his speech.
- The other options such as averted, exclaimed, and mentioned do not convey the exact meaning as the word "adverted" does in this context.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option B, "adverted".
- Adverted means to turn one's attention to something or to mention something.
- In the given sentence, the word "adverted" fits appropriately as it implies that he directed his attention to the problem of air pollution in his speech.
- The other options such as averted, exclaimed, and mentioned do not convey the exact meaning as the word "adverted" does in this context.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option B, "adverted".
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternativesCulture is defined as people's way of life. It entails how they dress, how they speak, the type of food they eat, the manner in which they worship, and their art among many other things.
Indian culture, therefore, is the Indians' way of life. Because of the population diversity, there is immense variety in Indian culture. The Indian culture is a blend of various cultures belonging to diverse religion, castes; regions follow their own tradition and culture.
Indian Culture is one of the oldest cultures in the world. India had an urban civilization even during the Bronze age. The Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
Distinct cultures different from each other co-exist together in a single country. Thus, in India, there is unity amidst vast cultural diversity. The way people live in India is reflected in their culture.
Unity in Diversity: India is a land of unity in diversity where people of different sects, caste and religion live together. India is also called the land of unity in diversity as different groups of people co-operate with each other to live in a single society. Unity in diversity has also become the strength of India.
Secularism: The word secularism means equality, impartiality, etc. towards all religion. India is a secular country, which means, equal treatment of all the religions present in India.
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures
Touching feet of elders: Indian tradition has rich cultural values. In India, younger show great respect to their elders. They touch the feet of their elders daily after waking up and especially on the festive occasions or before starting an important work.
Namaste: The gesture of the Namaste greeting is also part of the Indian culture. People greet each other by saying "Namaste" while joining their hands. "Namaste" means "Hello". (Also read, the meaning of Namaste here.)
Most Indians have a habit of shaking their heads while talking.Q. Based on the above passage, which of the following is NOT true about Indian culture?- a)Indian culture dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
- b)Envy religion follows their own tradition and customs.
- c)Every religion is treated equally in India.
- d)In India there is unity in diversity.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives
Culture is defined as people's way of life. It entails how they dress, how they speak, the type of food they eat, the manner in which they worship, and their art among many other things.
Indian culture, therefore, is the Indians' way of life. Because of the population diversity, there is immense variety in Indian culture. The Indian culture is a blend of various cultures belonging to diverse religion, castes; regions follow their own tradition and culture.
Indian Culture is one of the oldest cultures in the world. India had an urban civilization even during the Bronze age. The Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
Distinct cultures different from each other co-exist together in a single country. Thus, in India, there is unity amidst vast cultural diversity. The way people live in India is reflected in their culture.
Unity in Diversity: India is a land of unity in diversity where people of different sects, caste and religion live together. India is also called the land of unity in diversity as different groups of people co-operate with each other to live in a single society. Unity in diversity has also become the strength of India.
Secularism: The word secularism means equality, impartiality, etc. towards all religion. India is a secular country, which means, equal treatment of all the religions present in India.
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures
Touching feet of elders: Indian tradition has rich cultural values. In India, younger show great respect to their elders. They touch the feet of their elders daily after waking up and especially on the festive occasions or before starting an important work.
Namaste: The gesture of the Namaste greeting is also part of the Indian culture. People greet each other by saying "Namaste" while joining their hands. "Namaste" means "Hello". (Also read, the meaning of Namaste here.)
Most Indians have a habit of shaking their heads while talking.
Indian culture, therefore, is the Indians' way of life. Because of the population diversity, there is immense variety in Indian culture. The Indian culture is a blend of various cultures belonging to diverse religion, castes; regions follow their own tradition and culture.
Indian Culture is one of the oldest cultures in the world. India had an urban civilization even during the Bronze age. The Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
Distinct cultures different from each other co-exist together in a single country. Thus, in India, there is unity amidst vast cultural diversity. The way people live in India is reflected in their culture.
Unity in Diversity: India is a land of unity in diversity where people of different sects, caste and religion live together. India is also called the land of unity in diversity as different groups of people co-operate with each other to live in a single society. Unity in diversity has also become the strength of India.
Secularism: The word secularism means equality, impartiality, etc. towards all religion. India is a secular country, which means, equal treatment of all the religions present in India.
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures
Touching feet of elders: Indian tradition has rich cultural values. In India, younger show great respect to their elders. They touch the feet of their elders daily after waking up and especially on the festive occasions or before starting an important work.
Namaste: The gesture of the Namaste greeting is also part of the Indian culture. People greet each other by saying "Namaste" while joining their hands. "Namaste" means "Hello". (Also read, the meaning of Namaste here.)
Most Indians have a habit of shaking their heads while talking.
Q. Based on the above passage, which of the following is NOT true about Indian culture?
a)
Indian culture dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
b)
Envy religion follows their own tradition and customs.
c)
Every religion is treated equally in India.
d)
In India there is unity in diversity.
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Defence Exams answered |
Refer to, “The word secularism means equality, impartiality, etc. towards all religion. India is a secular country, which means, equal treatment of all the religions present in India.
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures.”
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures.”
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. Pravin sat up on the (1)/ sofa, with his legs (2)/ tucked down him. (3)/No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Pravin sat up on the (1)/ sofa, with his legs (2)/ tucked down him. (3)/No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Advait Singh answered |
tucked under is the correct term to be used.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. The CEO only discussed (1)/ the new venture (2)/ with his manager. (3)/ No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. The CEO only discussed (1)/ the new venture (2)/ with his manager. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Advait Singh answered |
only is a both noun and adjective. If used as an adjective it should be used before noun and if used as an adverb it should be used after verb. Thus it should be used after “discussed”, however it can be used before “CEO” only as well.
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro-revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination, took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.Q. What does the lead female actor in La La Land want to do?- a)Make jazz
- b)Make movies
- c)Make music
- d)Make magic
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro-revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination, took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
Q. What does the lead female actor in La La Land want to do?
a)
Make jazz
b)
Make movies
c)
Make music
d)
Make magic
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Advait Singh answered |
Refer to, “As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies.”
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. If she was marrying Mr. Gupta (1)/ she would have been (2)/ recognized as Mrs. Gupta. (3)/ No Error (4)- a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. If she was marrying Mr. Gupta (1)/ she would have been (2)/ recognized as Mrs. Gupta. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Samarth Iyer answered |
first clause is a conditional clause and “marry” is non-continuous word and thus it should not be written in continuous form, thus “married” should be used and after that “to” should be used to relate with Mr. Gupta.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. I had not completed my project so I thought I was (done with) when the manager asked me to hand it in.- a)done for
- b)done in
- c)done on
- d)No improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. I had not completed my project so I thought I was (done with) when the manager asked me to hand it in.
a)
done for
b)
done in
c)
done on
d)
No improvement
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Krithika Basu answered |
done for: Doomed to death or destruction.The context says that as he had not completed his project on time he thought he was dead or in big trouble.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. Variety is the spice of life - a)New experiences make life more interesting
- b)Experimentation may be risky
- c)Life is very beautiful
- d)There is no life without excitement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Variety is the spice of life
a)
New experiences make life more interesting
b)
Experimentation may be risky
c)
Life is very beautiful
d)
There is no life without excitement
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Advait Singh answered |
Variety is the spice of life means new and exciting experiences make life more interesting.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.A picture paints a thousand words- a)An image of a subject conveys its meaning or essence more effectively than a description does
- b)It is impossible to describe a beautiful sight
- c)A painter can express his feelings better than a writer
- d)A beautiful poem creates a mental picture
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
A picture paints a thousand words
a)
An image of a subject conveys its meaning or essence more effectively than a description does
b)
It is impossible to describe a beautiful sight
c)
A painter can express his feelings better than a writer
d)
A beautiful poem creates a mental picture
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Advait Singh answered |
A picture paints a thousand words: It refers to the notion that a complex idea can be conveyed with just a single still image or that an image of a subject conveys its meaning or essence more effectively than a description does.
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.The instructor's rules were simple. Breathe through your mouth, not your nose; else the mask will fog up. Easier said than done; I got it wrong many a time. But once you fought habit and got the hang of it, the panoramic underwater world revealed itself to you with high-definition clarity. Led by him, I slowly peered through the mask into what till then was crystal-clear water, shimmering in the sunlight. I saw pebbles, sand and my fluid shadow. I was in Nemo's universe. Sea cucumbers, sea anemone, clownfish, starfish, sea horses, parrotfish, butterflyfish and a bevvy of colourful saltwater fish swam past. A shoal of canary-yellow fish did a merry dance and another with vibrant blue fish followed it. They were oblivious to the snorkelers who struggled to take in the sight of a world so beautiful, so colourful, and resist opening their mouth wide in amazement; the tube would fall off!Q. The writer saw all of the following except:- a)canary-yellow fish
- b)sea horses
- c)parrot fish
- d)Vibrant green fish
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
The instructor's rules were simple. Breathe through your mouth, not your nose; else the mask will fog up. Easier said than done; I got it wrong many a time. But once you fought habit and got the hang of it, the panoramic underwater world revealed itself to you with high-definition clarity. Led by him, I slowly peered through the mask into what till then was crystal-clear water, shimmering in the sunlight. I saw pebbles, sand and my fluid shadow. I was in Nemo's universe. Sea cucumbers, sea anemone, clownfish, starfish, sea horses, parrotfish, butterflyfish and a bevvy of colourful saltwater fish swam past. A shoal of canary-yellow fish did a merry dance and another with vibrant blue fish followed it. They were oblivious to the snorkelers who struggled to take in the sight of a world so beautiful, so colourful, and resist opening their mouth wide in amazement; the tube would fall off!
Q. The writer saw all of the following except:
a)
canary-yellow fish
b)
sea horses
c)
parrot fish
d)
Vibrant green fish
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Advait Singh answered |
Refer to, “A shoal of canary-yellow fish did a merry dance and another with vibrant blue fish followed it.”
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. Mother shall return _____ an hour.- a)in
- b)after
- c)during
- d)within
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. Mother shall return _____ an hour.
a)
in
b)
after
c)
during
d)
within
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Advait Singh answered |
within: not further than an area or period of time. Thus option (d) is correct.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Hardly had I reached the (1)/ exhibition where I learnt (2)/ about the major robbery. (3)/ No Error (4) - a)1
- b)2
- c)3
- d)4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Hardly had I reached the (1)/ exhibition where I learnt (2)/ about the major robbery. (3)/ No Error (4)
Q. Hardly had I reached the (1)/ exhibition where I learnt (2)/ about the major robbery. (3)/ No Error (4)
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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Mahi Kulkarni answered |
Use ‘when’ in place of ‘where’ because Hardly had/scarcely had takes “when” with it.
In the following question, the sentence is given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. _____ you work hard, you cannot succeed.- a)If
- b)Till
- c)Until
- d)Unless
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence is given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. _____ you work hard, you cannot succeed.
a)
If
b)
Till
c)
Until
d)
Unless
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Advait Singh answered |
A conditional should be used and there should be contrast also thus “unless” should be used.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. Indian Defence forces(A)/fought the enemy(B)/till the last soldier was standing. (C)/No error(D)- a)A
- b)B
- c)C
- d)D
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Indian Defence forces(A)/fought the enemy(B)/till the last soldier was standing. (C)/No error(D)
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
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Arindam Mehra answered |
We use ‘The’ to the specific things and as Indian Defence forces are specific, thus “the” should be added before it.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. Only when _____ failed, the army resorted to force.- a)efforts
- b)arrests
- c)persuasions
- d)manipulations
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. Only when _____ failed, the army resorted to force.
a)
efforts
b)
arrests
c)
persuasions
d)
manipulations
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Krish Yadav answered |
Explanation:
The sentence given implies that the army resorted to the use of force only after all other options had failed. The word that best fits the blank in this context is "persuasions".
Reasoning:
- Efforts may not necessarily imply peaceful or non-violent means, so it is not the most appropriate choice in this context.
- Arrests are a form of force, so it would not make sense to say the army resorted to force only after arrests failed.
- Manipulations suggest deceitful or underhanded tactics, which may not be relevant in this scenario.
- Persuasions, however, imply attempts to convince or influence without using physical force, making it the most suitable option in the given sentence.
Therefore, the correct answer is option C) persuasions.
The sentence given implies that the army resorted to the use of force only after all other options had failed. The word that best fits the blank in this context is "persuasions".
Reasoning:
- Efforts may not necessarily imply peaceful or non-violent means, so it is not the most appropriate choice in this context.
- Arrests are a form of force, so it would not make sense to say the army resorted to force only after arrests failed.
- Manipulations suggest deceitful or underhanded tactics, which may not be relevant in this scenario.
- Persuasions, however, imply attempts to convince or influence without using physical force, making it the most suitable option in the given sentence.
Therefore, the correct answer is option C) persuasions.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Q. That summer, elections were(A)/held at many a place(B)/without any untoward incident.(C)/No error (D)- a)A
- b)B
- c)C
- d)D
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. That summer, elections were(A)/held at many a place(B)/without any untoward incident.(C)/No error (D)
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
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Shanaya Sen answered |
Explanation:
The error in the given sentence is in part B: "held at many a place." The phrase "many a place" is incorrect and should be corrected to "many places."
Correction:
The correct sentence would be: That summer, elections were held at many places without any untoward incident.
The explanation of the error and the correction is as follows:
Error Analysis:
The phrase "many a place" is grammatically incorrect. It is a colloquial expression that is not used in standard English. The correct form of the phrase is "many places," which means multiple locations.
Correction:
The correct phrase should be "many places" instead of "many a place." This correction maintains the intended meaning of the sentence and follows the grammatical rules of standard English.
Revised Sentence:
That summer, elections were held at many places without any untoward incident.
The revised sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning. It states that elections took place at multiple locations during the summer without any negative incidents.
The error in the given sentence is in part B: "held at many a place." The phrase "many a place" is incorrect and should be corrected to "many places."
Correction:
The correct sentence would be: That summer, elections were held at many places without any untoward incident.
The explanation of the error and the correction is as follows:
Error Analysis:
The phrase "many a place" is grammatically incorrect. It is a colloquial expression that is not used in standard English. The correct form of the phrase is "many places," which means multiple locations.
Correction:
The correct phrase should be "many places" instead of "many a place." This correction maintains the intended meaning of the sentence and follows the grammatical rules of standard English.
Revised Sentence:
That summer, elections were held at many places without any untoward incident.
The revised sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning. It states that elections took place at multiple locations during the summer without any negative incidents.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. As long as we are in this historical city let us spend our time (doing sightseeing).- a)to sightsee
- b)sightsee
- c)sightseeing
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. As long as we are in this historical city let us spend our time (doing sightseeing).
a)
to sightsee
b)
sightsee
c)
sightseeing
d)
no improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
"Sightseeing" itself is an action thus "doing" which represents action should not be writtento show an action being happened.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. He proposed (meets) me at the temple.- a)for meeting
- b)to meet
- c)meeting with
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. He proposed (meets) me at the temple.
a)
for meeting
b)
to meet
c)
meeting with
d)
no improvement
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Pranab Roy answered |
Understanding the Correct Option
The sentence “He proposed (meets) me at the temple” requires an appropriate verb form to convey the intended meaning. The correct option, 'to meet', fits grammatically and contextually.
Analysis of Options
- a) for meeting
- This phrase is grammatically awkward in this context. It suggests a purpose but does not align with how we typically express proposals.
- b) to meet
- This is the correct choice. The structure “proposed to” is commonly used to indicate a suggestion or plan. It implies that he is suggesting or planning to meet at the temple.
- c) meeting with
- While “meeting with” could work in a different context, it doesn't fit with “proposed”. It sounds more like a description of a current action rather than a suggestion.
- d) no improvement
- This implies that the original phrasing is correct, which it is not. The verb “meets” does not logically follow “proposed”.
Conclusion
Using “to meet” clarifies the intent of the proposal. The sentence correctly reads: “He proposed to meet me at the temple,” indicating a future plan rather than a current action. This grammatical structure ensures clear communication and aligns with standard English usage.
The sentence “He proposed (meets) me at the temple” requires an appropriate verb form to convey the intended meaning. The correct option, 'to meet', fits grammatically and contextually.
Analysis of Options
- a) for meeting
- This phrase is grammatically awkward in this context. It suggests a purpose but does not align with how we typically express proposals.
- b) to meet
- This is the correct choice. The structure “proposed to” is commonly used to indicate a suggestion or plan. It implies that he is suggesting or planning to meet at the temple.
- c) meeting with
- While “meeting with” could work in a different context, it doesn't fit with “proposed”. It sounds more like a description of a current action rather than a suggestion.
- d) no improvement
- This implies that the original phrasing is correct, which it is not. The verb “meets” does not logically follow “proposed”.
Conclusion
Using “to meet” clarifies the intent of the proposal. The sentence correctly reads: “He proposed to meet me at the temple,” indicating a future plan rather than a current action. This grammatical structure ensures clear communication and aligns with standard English usage.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. That must (being) really difficult for you.- a)has been
- b)have been
- c)been
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. That must (being) really difficult for you.
a)
has been
b)
have been
c)
been
d)
no improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
“must” is a modal which will take base form of verb, thus “have” need to be used, and have takes 3rd form of verb thus “must have been” is the correct term to be used.
In the following question, the sentence is given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Q. _____ the rain stopped, the concert had to be suspended.- a)Until
- b)Unless
- c)Till
- d)while
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence is given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. _____ the rain stopped, the concert had to be suspended.
a)
Until
b)
Unless
c)
Till
d)
while
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Advait Singh answered |
“until” is subordinate conjunction and clause starting with until/unless is subordinate clause. And to refer time “until” is used.
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.A pioneering scheme has been started recently in Southampton on England's south coast to educate motorists who have been convicted of drunken driving.
The penalty for drunken driving might be the loss of a driving licence and a heavy fine. But under the new scheme, convicted drivers do not pay the fine. Instead, they have to attend eight training sessions—one a week organized by the local authority probation service.
Designed to demonstrate the damage alcohol can do, the scheme was devised by Senior probation officer John Cook. He said about a quarter of the people who came him had a drinking problem but had not realized how much they were drinking.
One way of getting the message across was to make the drivers pour out their usual ration of alcohol and then measure it. Almost everyone pours out not a single measure but a double at least an example of how easy it is to have more than just one drink and to encourage other people to do the same.
The instructors on the course are giving clinical evidence of the effects of alcohol on the body and brain. The sober truth is that drinking badly affects driving skills, although the drinker might like to believe otherwise.Q. The problem with a quarter of the people who went to John Cook was that they
- a)did not want to stop drinking
- b)were unaware of the fact that they could get drunk
- c)would not admit that they had a drinking problem
- d)did not know how much they were drinking
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the passages carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
A pioneering scheme has been started recently in Southampton on England's south coast to educate motorists who have been convicted of drunken driving.
The penalty for drunken driving might be the loss of a driving licence and a heavy fine. But under the new scheme, convicted drivers do not pay the fine. Instead, they have to attend eight training sessions—one a week organized by the local authority probation service.
Designed to demonstrate the damage alcohol can do, the scheme was devised by Senior probation officer John Cook. He said about a quarter of the people who came him had a drinking problem but had not realized how much they were drinking.
One way of getting the message across was to make the drivers pour out their usual ration of alcohol and then measure it. Almost everyone pours out not a single measure but a double at least an example of how easy it is to have more than just one drink and to encourage other people to do the same.
The instructors on the course are giving clinical evidence of the effects of alcohol on the body and brain. The sober truth is that drinking badly affects driving skills, although the drinker might like to believe otherwise.
The penalty for drunken driving might be the loss of a driving licence and a heavy fine. But under the new scheme, convicted drivers do not pay the fine. Instead, they have to attend eight training sessions—one a week organized by the local authority probation service.
Designed to demonstrate the damage alcohol can do, the scheme was devised by Senior probation officer John Cook. He said about a quarter of the people who came him had a drinking problem but had not realized how much they were drinking.
One way of getting the message across was to make the drivers pour out their usual ration of alcohol and then measure it. Almost everyone pours out not a single measure but a double at least an example of how easy it is to have more than just one drink and to encourage other people to do the same.
The instructors on the course are giving clinical evidence of the effects of alcohol on the body and brain. The sober truth is that drinking badly affects driving skills, although the drinker might like to believe otherwise.
Q. The problem with a quarter of the people who went to John Cook was that they
a)
did not want to stop drinking
b)
were unaware of the fact that they could get drunk
c)
would not admit that they had a drinking problem
d)
did not know how much they were drinking
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Janani Sarkar answered |
Problem with a quarter of the people:
- Answer: The problem with a quarter of the people who went to John Cook was that they did not know how much they were drinking.
Explanation:
- Lack of Awareness: John Cook mentioned that about a quarter of the individuals he encountered had a drinking problem but were unaware of the quantity of alcohol they were consuming.
- Hidden Consumption: These individuals may have been consuming alcohol regularly without realizing the extent of their intake, leading to potential issues with alcohol misuse.
- Identification: By making the drivers pour out their usual ration of alcohol and measuring it during the training sessions, it became evident that many were consuming more than they realized.
- Awareness and Education: The scheme aimed to raise awareness about the actual amount of alcohol being consumed and the potential impact on driving skills, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing drinking problems.
- Answer: The problem with a quarter of the people who went to John Cook was that they did not know how much they were drinking.
Explanation:
- Lack of Awareness: John Cook mentioned that about a quarter of the individuals he encountered had a drinking problem but were unaware of the quantity of alcohol they were consuming.
- Hidden Consumption: These individuals may have been consuming alcohol regularly without realizing the extent of their intake, leading to potential issues with alcohol misuse.
- Identification: By making the drivers pour out their usual ration of alcohol and measuring it during the training sessions, it became evident that many were consuming more than they realized.
- Awareness and Education: The scheme aimed to raise awareness about the actual amount of alcohol being consumed and the potential impact on driving skills, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing drinking problems.
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in correct order. P-As difficult as it may be to recognize what it is inside us that is making us respond with negativity, that is the path towards forgiveness.
Q-This will automatically change your relationship with the other person and you will feel much better.
R-We need to recognize our reaction to the other person as a mirror of something in ourselves.
S-Whatever, the issues might be, once you have discovered them, you can work on forgiving yourself.- a)RPSQ
- b)SRQP
- c)RQPS
- d)SQRP
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Rearrange the parts of the sentence in correct order.
P-As difficult as it may be to recognize what it is inside us that is making us respond with negativity, that is the path towards forgiveness.
Q-This will automatically change your relationship with the other person and you will feel much better.
R-We need to recognize our reaction to the other person as a mirror of something in ourselves.
S-Whatever, the issues might be, once you have discovered them, you can work on forgiving yourself.
Q-This will automatically change your relationship with the other person and you will feel much better.
R-We need to recognize our reaction to the other person as a mirror of something in ourselves.
S-Whatever, the issues might be, once you have discovered them, you can work on forgiving yourself.
a)
RPSQ
b)
SRQP
c)
RQPS
d)
SQRP
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Gayatri Iyer answered |
Correct answer: option 'A'
Explanation:
Recognizing our own negativity
- We need to recognize our reaction to the other person as a mirror of something in ourselves.
- As difficult as it may be to recognize what it is inside us that is making us respond with negativity, that is the path towards forgiveness.
Changing our relationship with others
- This will automatically change your relationship with the other person and you will feel much better.
Working on forgiveness
- Whatever the issues might be, once you have discovered them, you can work on forgiving yourself.
Therefore, the correct order of the sentence parts is RPSQ.
Explanation:
Recognizing our own negativity
- We need to recognize our reaction to the other person as a mirror of something in ourselves.
- As difficult as it may be to recognize what it is inside us that is making us respond with negativity, that is the path towards forgiveness.
Changing our relationship with others
- This will automatically change your relationship with the other person and you will feel much better.
Working on forgiveness
- Whatever the issues might be, once you have discovered them, you can work on forgiving yourself.
Therefore, the correct order of the sentence parts is RPSQ.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. He (promised to mend) his ways. - a)had a promised to mending
- b)promised for mending
- c)was promised of mending
- d)No improvement
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. He (promised to mend) his ways.
Q. He (promised to mend) his ways.
a)
had a promised to mending
b)
promised for mending
c)
was promised of mending
d)
No improvement
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Prisha Nambiar answered |
Improvement Explanation:
He (promised to mend) his ways.
Explanation:
The bracketed part of the sentence "promised to mend" is already correct and does not require any improvement. The verb "promised" is followed by the infinitive verb "to mend," which correctly indicates the action that he promised to do.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'D' - No improvement.
In English grammar, when the verb "promise" is used, it is typically followed by an infinitive verb to indicate what action is being promised. In this case, "to mend" is the infinitive form of the verb "mend," which correctly conveys the intended meaning of the sentence.
Ultimately, the sentence is grammatically correct as it is, and no changes are needed in the bracketed part "promised to mend."
He (promised to mend) his ways.
Explanation:
The bracketed part of the sentence "promised to mend" is already correct and does not require any improvement. The verb "promised" is followed by the infinitive verb "to mend," which correctly indicates the action that he promised to do.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'D' - No improvement.
In English grammar, when the verb "promise" is used, it is typically followed by an infinitive verb to indicate what action is being promised. In this case, "to mend" is the infinitive form of the verb "mend," which correctly conveys the intended meaning of the sentence.
Ultimately, the sentence is grammatically correct as it is, and no changes are needed in the bracketed part "promised to mend."
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Q. What would you like (to do it) for your birthday?- a)to do
- b)doing
- c)does
- d)no improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Q. What would you like (to do it) for your birthday?
a)
to do
b)
doing
c)
does
d)
no improvement
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Advait Singh answered |
“you like to do it” is an assertive statement however as the given statement is an interrogative statement thus “it” should not be used after “to do” otherwise this statement will be an assertive and interrogative at the same time which will be incorrect.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. Good reading ______ the sense of liberal educated mind.- a)beliefs
- b)leads
- c)reflects
- d)starts
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q. Good reading ______ the sense of liberal educated mind.
Q. Good reading ______ the sense of liberal educated mind.
a)
beliefs
b)
leads
c)
reflects
d)
starts
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Advait Singh answered |
“leads” is the correct option. Lead: to guide
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